1987 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1960 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 297 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 495 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1987 De Tomaso Pantera | 1960 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Fiat |
Model | Pantera | 1200 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 460 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 37 L |